Who are these choices relevant to?

Host with a guest who has coeliac disease

You want to know which pancake mix is gluten-free and what other allergens are listed. So, read the packaging you buy and keep that mix clearly separate from regular pancake mix while preparing the pancakes.

Cooking for a larger group

You want to work out in advance how many packs and additional ingredients you’ll need. Albert Heijn says its own 400 g mix makes around 13 pancakes, while a 300 g pack of Koopmans makes 9 to 11. Check the yield of the version you buy.

Cook looking to replace milk or eggs

You’re looking for preparation instructions that allow for alternative ingredients. Albert Heijn lists plant-based drinks and egg replacers as options for its own mix. If you have an allergy, also check the allergen information for the mix itself.

What should you look for when choosing?

If you’re catering for someone with coeliac disease, first check the gluten-free label and allergen information on the packaging. Then compare the stated yield and the ingredients you’ll need to add to the batter yourself.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free label and allergens Read the gluten-free label, ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy. Check toppings and any ingredients you add yourself, too. If I’m cooking for a guest with coeliac disease, I want to be sure which mix and other ingredients I’m using. This is the most important check for around 50% of consumers.
Yield and planning Compare the pack size, stated yield and preparation instructions for the version you’ve chosen. When I’m cooking for a group, I want to make enough pancakes without misjudging how much mix I’ll need. Yield is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.
Adding or replacing milk and eggs Check whether the instructions mention plant-based drinks or egg replacers, and whether the mix itself may contain egg or milk. If I want to change the milk or eggs added to the batter, the recipe for my chosen mix needs to allow for it. This flexibility is the top priority for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming gluten-free means free from other allergens

    A gluten-free label doesn’t tell you whether a product contains egg or milk. Albert Heijn and PLUS state in their Koopmans product information that the mix may contain egg and milk.

    Read all the allergen information on the packaging you buy, and check the ingredients you use for cooking and serving, too.

  • Using the yield from a different pack

    Albert Heijn lists Koopmans 300 g as making 9 to 11 pancakes, while PLUS shows a 400 g pack of Koopmans. The yields aren’t directly comparable.

    Note the weight and stated yield on the pack you’re actually buying before working out how much you’ll need for the party.

  • Assuming a product listing means it’s in stock

    Albert Heijn lists its own mix as an in-store product. Jumbo says on its product page that its own gluten-free mix is no longer part of its online range.

    Check shortly before you shop whether the mix you want is available at your store and which pack size it offers.

  • Making pancakes in advance without a storage plan

    If you’re cooking ahead for your Christmas party, the storage and preparation instructions for your chosen mix are important, too.

    Follow the pack’s instructions for cooking and storing the pancakes, and make sure the gluten-free ones are clearly identifiable.

Brands and supermarket chains to consider

Koopmans

Koopmans makes a gluten-free pancake mix. The brand says that its mix meets the AOECS standard.

  • Albert Heijn says a 300 g pack makes 9 to 11 pancakes.
  • Albert Heijn and PLUS state that the mix may contain egg and milk. Check the specific pack and the ingredients you’ll need to add.

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn’s own pancake mix is an option to compare if you want to replace milk or eggs in the recipe.

  • Albert Heijn says its 400 g pack makes around 13 pancakes and lists plant-based drinks and egg replacers as preparation options.
  • Albert Heijn lists the product as available in store only and advises customers to check the latest packaging information.

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten

Jumbo describes its own 400 g gluten-free pancake mix as carrying the Crossed Grain symbol.

  • The product information says it makes around 13 portions and lists preparation options using plant-based drinks or egg replacers.
  • Jumbo says this mix is no longer part of its online range, so check availability before counting on it.

PLUS

PLUS lists a 400 g Koopmans gluten-free pancake mix as a product sold in its stores, not as its own mix.

  • The listing includes the ingredients and preparation method for the pack shown.
  • PLUS says the mix may contain egg and milk, so base your allergen check on the pack you buy.

Lidl

Lidl is a supermarket chain whose changing gluten-free range is worth checking; this doesn’t confirm that it sells a particular pancake mix.

  • Lidl says that additional gluten-free products aren’t always available. Check the current range before planning your shopping around them.

Pancake mix at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Can I rely on the words ‘gluten-free’ when cooking for a guest with coeliac disease?

Choose a product with a clear gluten-free label, but also read the latest ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy. Koopmans says its gluten-free mix meets the AOECS standard; Albert Heijn says its own mix is produced in a completely gluten-free environment. Also check the other ingredients you’ll use for the pancakes.

Do I need to check for egg and milk in a gluten-free mix, too?

Yes, especially if a guest also needs to avoid egg or milk. Albert Heijn and PLUS say the Koopmans mix may contain egg and milk. Replacing the milk or eggs you add yourself doesn’t change this warning about the mix.

How much mix do I need for a Christmas party?

Use the stated yield for the exact pack you’re buying and the number of pancakes you want to serve. Albert Heijn says its own 400 g mix makes around 13 pancakes, while the 300 g Koopmans mix listed there makes 9 to 11.

Can I replace the milk and eggs in the batter?

For AH Glutenvrij Pannenkoekenmix, Albert Heijn lists plant-based drinks as an alternative to milk and an egg replacer as an alternative to eggs. Follow the preparation instructions for the specific mix you buy; don’t assume the same options apply to other products.

Why should I read the packaging again if I’ve bought the same mix before?

Ingredients and allergen information can change, so use the packaging on the product you have now as your guide. Albert Heijn points this out in its product information. Check the preparation instructions and best-before date at the same time.